The Wandering Reviewer
+5
Clearly coming here at noon on a Sunday is when you'll find this place absolutely buzzing. A birthday celebration, young couples, new parents and friends - all come here for an amazing culinary experience.
In what appears a suburban warehouse, it's more in an industrial area of Mornington, this is well worth a visit, particularly if you're a coffee aficionado.
I chose the 'Good Morning Vietnam' meal which consists of banh mi with house marinated and roasted char sui pork, fried egg, freh chilli, coriander, fresh mayo all in a bun with a little dish of pickles on the side. Size was reasonable, with a generous helping of pork that was cooked to perfection. My friend had the Springtime Salad that frankly, takes your breath away when it arrives at the table. Made of harissa roasted pumpkin, red quinoa, charred spring onions, pomegranate, toasted hazelnuts, pepita seeds, sesame, roasted garlic and tahini dressing. An exceptional portion size but light and refreshing on the palete. Our litle 18 month companion had scrambled eggs, bacon and toast. Again, very delicious.
Now onto the coffee - yep this is a great place for any hot beverage and certainly my chai was nice, although it could've been hotter. My friend's coffee was ideal and ordering extra strong was just what the doctor ordered.
For those with a sweet tooth, there are some lovely looking cakes at the counter if you want a coffee and cake to go.
The seating is industrial on large tables, some with chairs, some with stools. There is a lovely rear courtyard garden that could easily seat 30 people under umbrellas and surrounded by nice artwork.
A special mention to the staff and chefs who do an amazing job with customer service and food preparation considering the volume of people that were here today.
Notes: wheelchair accessible, disabled friendly, kid friendly with high chairs available, reasonable parking out the front.
Such a brilliant coffee institution.
Great offerings from single origin & batch.
Only 4 stars however because ordering at the counter is chaos. Walk in and people everywhere waiting for the register.
It is frustrating having to wait in line to order a takeaway when people in front are ordering food to dine in. The wait can be quite some time.
In saying that, absolutely killing it in the coffee game. Love the space and concept. Thanks guys.
Have been here a couple of times for brunch and for lunch and the foods and coffee are consistently good!
They get very busy on weekends but this doesn't affect how quickly they serve food or how well it is made.
The pork bao special is delicious and a favourite.
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